US and Iran make ‘progress’ in talks
The United States and Iran are conducting indirect negotiations in Qatar. Mediators from Qatar and Pakistan report positive progress, though Washington and Tehran remain far apart on key issues. Donald Trump described the meetings as very good.
What changed
Negotiations have moved to indirect talks in Qatar involving Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
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Mediators report positive progress in indirect US-Iran talks
confidence 90%The United States and Iran are conducting indirect negotiations in Qatar. Mediators from Qatar and Pakistan report positive progress, though Washington and Tehran remain far apart on key issues. Donald Trump described the meetings as very good.
What's confirmed:
- Mediators from Qatar and Pakistan report positive progress in indirect talks between the US and Iran.
- Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff met with mediators in Qatar.
- The US and Iran remain far apart on key issues.
Still unconfirmed:
- The US Navy is searching for a missing aircrew member after a helicopter crash in the Arabian Sea.
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U.S. and Iran Establish 60-Day Roadmap for Peace Deal
confidence 90%U.S. and Iranian negotiators in Switzerland have agreed on a roadmap to reach a final deal within 60 days. The agreement includes a plan to end military operations in Lebanon. Mediators and officials describe the progress as encouraging.
What's confirmed:
- U.S. and Iran agreed on a 60-day roadmap for a final deal.
- The two nations plan to end military operations in Lebanon.
- Vice President JD Vance led the negotiations in Switzerland.
- Mediators reported encouraging progress during the talks.
Still unconfirmed:
- Iran will stop negotiations if Israel does not withdraw from Lebanon.
- A de-confliction cell will be created to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.